How Many People Are Named Cherly?
Complete statistics for the name Cherly: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Cherly, a very rare female name, is held by only 885 people in the US, making up just 1 in 372,900 Americans. The majority of Cherlys are over 60, giving the name a decidedly older-generation vibe.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 8 symbolizes power, authority, and success.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 58All 989 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1966Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Cherly Through the Generations
Cherly peaked in popularity in 1966 with 46 births, reflecting a generation now entering their late 50s and early 60s. Today, the name remains stable, with 563 individuals aged between 30 and 60, indicating a strong presence among middle-aged adults. Only 10 Cherlys are under 30, suggesting the name is less favored by younger parents, though it still holds a place between classic and modern preferences.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Cherly's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Cherly
How Many People Have the Name Cherly?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 885 people in the United States currently share the name Cherly. That works out to roughly 1 in every 372,900 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Cherly a Common or Rare Name?
Cherly is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Cherly Mean?
Cherly means "creative variant of Cheryl" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Cherly in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Cherly Most Popular?
The name Cherly reached peak popularity in 1966, with 46 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Cherly?
Approximately 885 people named Cherly live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 989. That works out to roughly 1 in 372,900 Americans.
Is Cherly a rare name?
Cherly is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 372,900 Americans has this name.
What does the name Cherly mean?
Cherly means "creative variant of Cheryl" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Cherly more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Cherly are male and 100% are female.
When was Cherly most popular?
Cherly peaked in 1966 with 46 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.